Total health inspections
5
Massachusetts average 4.5
Last Health inspection on Mar 2025
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
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Nursing Home in Lowell
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
RegalCare at Lowell
Nursing Home in Lowell
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
RegalCare at Lowell
Regalcare at Lowell strongly promotes independence that allows a reinvention of oneself in a person-centered community– especially as a community that strives for hope and renewal. The nursing home aims to change the meaning of skilled nursing and rehabilitation for seniors through the exceptional care delivered by its patient-friendly staff to offer the best care possible for its residents. RegalCare is one of the only few that follow a philosophy of putting its residents first for a thriving and fulfilling life during their recovery period.
The upscale nursing homes provide state-of-the-art features that cater to short-term or long-term residents; they are also guaranteed to feel comfortable and know that they belong in a home that offers 24-hour nursing care with inpatient and outpatient care in a resort-like community with the utmost hospitality.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
90
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
70.7%
Residents per day (avg)
55
Occupancy rate
70.7%
Residents per day (avg)
55
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
41% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
26 days
Private pay
26% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
33% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 - 2 years
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$6.8M
Operating loss
-$1.9M
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$6.8M
Operating loss
-$1.9M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.5M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.1M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$8.7M
Types of Care at RegalCare at Lowell
Nursing Home
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
44
Massachusetts average 32.7
Citations per inspection
8.8
Massachusetts average 7.24
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
37 of 44 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 7 of 44 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
1
1
233% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 0.3
Serious Health citations
2
2
33% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 1.5
1 critical citation
2 serious citations
41 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Administration moderate citation
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Mar 31, 2025
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Mar 31, 2025
Corrected
Administration moderate citation
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Mar 31, 2025
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Mar 31, 2025
Corrected
Environmental moderate citation
Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions.
Mar 31, 2025
Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions.
Mar 31, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Mar 31, 2025
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Mar 31, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Compare Nursing Homes around Lowell The information below is reported by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health.
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Palm Center
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Chelmsford (North Chelmsford)
119
81.2%
-1%
4.27
+9%
1
21
4.2
1
102
78
Sirakov, Dimitre
$17.3M
$6.0M
34.9%
225508
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CareOne at Lowell
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Lowell (Centralville)
160
95.1%
+16%
5.04
+28%
1
27
6.8
1
155
77
Thci Of Massachusetts, Llc
$32.8M
$12.7M
38.8%
225224
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Belvidere Healthcare Center
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Lowell (Belvidere)
111
62.1%
-24%
3.51
-11%
4
49
12.3
3
81
74
Tessier-Efstathiou, Diane
$11.2M
$4.9M
44.1%
225489
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RegalCare at Lowell
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Lowell (Highlands)
90
70.7%
-14%
3.53
-10%
2
44
8.8
3
55
69
-
$6.8M
$3.5M
52.2%
225511
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
69
Employees
60
Contractors
9
Staff to resident ratio
1.13:1
34% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average ratio: 1.70:1
Avg staff/day
31
Average shift
7.5 hours
5% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 7.9 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
21,280
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
7
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.7 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
14
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
32
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.1 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.1 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
8.6%
1,821 contractor hours this quarter
Physical Therapy Assistant: 3
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
RN Director of Nursing: 2
Speech Language Pathologist: 1
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 32 | 0 | 32 | 9,072 | 91 | 100% | 7.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 14 | 0 | 14 | 4,916 | 91 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Registered Nurse | 7 | 0 | 7 | 2,622 | 91 | 100% | 8.7 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 801 | 88 | 97% | 6.5 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 0 | 2 | 2 | 767 | 64 | 70% | 6.7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 505 | 66 | 73% | 7.5 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 500 | 63 | 69% | 7.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 488 | 64 | 70% | 7.4 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 59 | 65% | 8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 368 | 46 | 51% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 204 | 35 | 38% | 5.8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 57 | 18 | 20% | 3.2 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1% | 4.1 |
32 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
14 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
7 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
97%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
70%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
73%
1 Administrator
% of Days
69%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
69%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
70%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
65%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
51%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
38%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
20%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
1%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
61 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
7 residents (11.5%)
Medicaid
47 residents (77%)
Private pay or other
7 residents (11.5%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
12.2
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
12.2
19% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 10.2
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
22.4
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
22.4
12% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 20.0
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
24.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
24.4%
31% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 18.7%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
20.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
20.5%
6% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 19.3%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
22.3%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
22.3%
In line with Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 22.1%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.5%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.5%
58% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 3.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
7.3%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
7.3%
56% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 4.7%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.5%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.5%
75% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 2.1%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.1%
37% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 5.2%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 10.7%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
17.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
17.7%
13% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 20.3%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
9% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 91.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.0%
In line with Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 94.8%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.68
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.68
44% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 1.86
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.76
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.76
14% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 1.54
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
71.7%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
71.7%
6% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 76.7%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 1.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
86.2%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
86.2%
11% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 77.7%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
26.1%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
26.1%
In line with Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 25.8%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
8.4%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
8.4%
29% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 11.8%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
60.7%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
60.7%
13% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
52.3%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
52.3%
In line with Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$101K
41% higher than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: $72K
Number of fines
2
17% more fines than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 1.7
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 0.1
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$101K
Massachusetts average
$72K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Mar 31, 2025
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Mar 31, 2025
$71K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Feb 16, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Feb 16, 2023
$31K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for RegalCare at Lowell based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
70.7%
↓ 11.0pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$1.9M
↓ ~$517.4K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$5.4M
↓ ~$90.5K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-27.3%
↓ 13.9pp vs 2022
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